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Endogenous evolution of patriarchal clan system in ancient China
Deng, Feng - In: International Journal of Social Economics 44 (2017) 10, pp. 1322-1334
institutional response to the preference falsification problem that arose due to the dictatorial political institutions first … implications In this sense, the clan system probably also helped to prolong the political institutions for 2,000 years. Originality …
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Activism and the Internet: From e‐mail to new political movement
Blood, Robert - In: Journal of Communication Management 5 (2001) 2, pp. 160-169
Large‐scale street protests such as the demonstration against the World Trade Organization (WTO) intergovernmental …
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NPD Projects Simulation Model Incorporating Managerial Aspects Using System Dynamics Approach
Backar, Soheir; Eldardiry, Mohamed; Haddad, Heba; … - In: International Journal of System Dynamics Applications … 6 (2017) 3, pp. 38-58
This work develops a system dynamic model for the NPD work system, focusing on the impact of managerial variables such as, managerial flexibility, feedback, autonomy, and Professionalism on the decision process of updating the NPD projects to cope with market uncertainties. Therefore, this model...
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Decentralized R&D for Global Product Development: Strategic Implications for the Multinational Corporation
Ogbuehi, Alphonso O.; Bellas, Ralph A. - In: International Marketing Review 9 (1992) 5
Discusses the effect of a decentralized approach to research and development facility location in the multinational corporation. Presents the comparative advantages of locating R&D facilities in strategic locations around the world. Examines the commitment required by a corporation to have an...
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The effect of market orientation dimensions on multinational SBU's strategic performance
Dong, Xiaodan; Andrew Hinsch, Christian; Zou, Shaoming; … - In: International Marketing Review 30 (2013) 6, pp. 591-616
strategic performance is moderated by the SBU's decision-making structure (i.e. centralization). Originality/value – This study …
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Centralized decentralization for tribal business development
Lindsay Barr, Tremane; Reid, John - In: Journal of Enterprising Communities: People and Places … 8 (2014) 3, pp. 217-232
(tribal) corporate structures to protect and grow the asset base on behalf of tribal constituents. This centralization of … centralization is required, to ring-fence and protect tribal assets at an iwi (tribal) level, the benefits gained by that … centralization can then be utilized to provide a springboard for decentralized economic development at the whanau (family) and hapu …
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The Illusion of Three‐tier Federalism
Ayeni, Victor - In: International Journal of Public Sector Management 7 (1994) 5, pp. 52-65
Attempts a critical evaluation of the theoretical foundation of the local government system in Nigeria. Re‐assesses Nigeria′s idea of three‐tier federalism both as a theory of federal organization and as a policy reform. Reviews the different definitions of “tiered federalism” and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014799278
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Organisational Structure Considerations in the Next Decade: Implications for Operations Management
Kathawala, Yunus; Lingaraj, B.P. - In: International Journal of Operations & Production Management 10 (1990) 8, pp. 53-60
Centralisation and decentralisation of the US economy is examined. How the organisational structures are changing, and why these changes are coming about, reasons such as technology changes in computers and communications, to the move from an agricultural to an industrial to a more service...
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Managing Operations in the Former Soviet Union: Current Situation and Future Development
Radovilsky, Zinovy D. - In: International Journal of Operations & Production Management 14 (1994) 2, pp. 43-50
Dealing with ex‐Soviet republics, American companies desperately need reliable information about the current status of production and operations management in the former Soviet Union. Describes some aspects of managing operations in Russia and other ex‐Soviet republics. The emphasis is made...
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Central Distribution in Europe: A Multi‐Criteria Approach to Location Selection
Ashayeri, Jalal; Rongen, Joost M.J. - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 8 (1997) 1, pp. 97-109
This paper describes a conceptual framework for developing new distribution structures. In real life decision‐making, optimal regions to locate a distribution center take into account both quantitative and qualitative factors. An adjusted kuehn‐Hamburger model is suggested to minimize...
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